Renovated coastal flat with terrace and parking, ideal for short-let investors..
Edwardian-style two-bedroom duplex with sea-facing bay window
This two-bedroom duplex apartment in Westcliff-on-Sea sits within an Edwardian-style conversion a short walk from the seafront and Westcliff rail station. The flat benefits from recent internal renovation including a new kitchen and shower room, a rear sun terrace for all-day lounging, and a bay window with sea views from the living room. The upper-floor main bedroom features a skylight with coastal outlooks, and the property includes off-street residents’ parking.
With 156 years remaining on the lease and about 718 sq ft of accommodation, the layout suits a buy-to-let investor or a buyer seeking a coastal pied-à-terre. Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal support short-term or weekend rental demand; direct rail links to London add lettability for weekend visitors.
Buyers should note material negatives: the local area registers high crime and very high deprivation, which will affect appeal and long-term values in some market segments. The building is solid-brick with no recorded insulation upgrades; additional thermal improvement work may be required. The EPC is rated D, and council tax details are not provided. Although recently renovated internally, communal and external maintenance needs may exist given the period construction.
Overall, this property offers seaside position, recent internal updates and long lease security, balanced against local socio-economic challenges and potential external fabric or insulation upgrades. For investors targeting short breaks or coastal rentals, it provides practical advantages; owner-occupiers should weigh neighbourhood factors and possible further works.